Yoga, weddings… and something a little different – Leah Rottier looks at holiday accommodation with a difference

Victoria Garnham speaks to brothers Colum and Aidan Lovett about finding and making their home in the Gers

MOLSHEIM, BAS-RHIN

After visiting Ireland on a painting holiday, Sue and Mark Gilkey decided to take the plunge and buy a traditional cottage there with an inspiring coastal setting, and sweeping views of the sea

Chantal and Rob Powell have used sympathetic methods and materials to give their ancient Dorset farm a new relevance for the 21st century

A twist of fate led André and Lisanne Hedger to realise their dream of owning a chocolate-box thatched cottage in the heart of the countryside – the perfect place to create happy memories with their young family